Did NATO chief get it wrong? Italy's Meloni challenges Mark Rutte's Iran War claim: 'We did not join...'

Published on Jun 26, 2026 12:28 pm IST

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has rejected NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte’s remarks about Italy’s role during the U.S.-Iran conflict, insisting Rome did not participate in military operations against Iran. Meloni clarified that Italy only allowed logistical and technical support through U.S. bases, not authorization for kinetic attacks. She said Rutte confused different types of military flights before later clarifying his comments. The disagreement highlights growing debate over NATO coordination, military cooperation, and alliance messaging during the Iran crisis. Watch the full story as Italy responds to the controversy surrounding NATO's statements and regional security developments.

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